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534 SPECIFICATIONS
Oil grade
ZOM0981-W
ZOM0982-W
ZOM0983-W
ILSAC( International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee) GF-6B, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark( Shield mark)
ILSAC( International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee) GF-6A, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark( Starburst mark)
API( American Petroleum Institute) classification SP with the words“ RE- SOURCE CONSERVING”
0W-16 synthetic oil is the required oil for optimum engine performance and protection. Conventional oil may be used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature
ZOM0984-W
*: If 0W-16 synthetic oil is not available, 0W-20 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-16 synthetic oil at the next oil change.
Engine oil capacity
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Adding the oil from L to F level: 1.1 US qt( 1.0 liters, 0.9 Imp qt)
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Changing the oil and oil filter: 4.7 US qt( 4.4 liters, 3.9 Imp qt)
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Changing the oil: 4.4 US qt( 4.2 liters, 3.7 Imp qt)
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL s12aa13
Oil Front differential gear oil Rear differential gear oil
Oil grade
. SUBARU Extra MT * 3
. API classification GL-5( 75W-90)
API classification GL-5( 75W-90)
Oil capacity * 1 1.4 US qt( 1.3 liters, 1.1 Imp qt) 0.8 US qt( 0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt) Remarks * 2
“ Front Differential Gear Oil and Rear Differential Gear Oil” FP503
* 1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. Check the oil level after refilling the gearbox with oil. * 2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section. * 3: The vehicle is filled at the factory with this oil.